Associate Fintech Director (Fintech Facilitation Office) – Tokenisation and CBDC Projects

Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA); Hong Kong; Vor Ort; HKD 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hong Kong Monetary Authority is seeking an Associate Fintech Director to lead tokenisation and CBDC projects within the Fintech Facilitation Office. You will oversee end-to-end system development, provide technical guidance, and coordinate with central banks, financial institutions, and research bodies.

The role requires hands-on experience in Web3 and CBDC frameworks, strong communication skills, and the ability to distill complex technical concepts for executives.

Qualifikationen

• University degree in computer science, information technology or related field.
• Hands-on experience with tokenisation frameworks, CBDC systems or DeFi projects.
• Strong ability to translate complex Web3 concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with traditional financial market infrastructure and payments.
• Fluency in English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua) is advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Lead end-to-end tokenisation and CBDC projects from strategy to implementation.
• Act as a technical advisor on blockchain, CBDC, and tokenisation architectures.
• Conduct research on Web3 advances and assess policy impact on infrastructure.
• Mentor teammates and collaborate with partners across central banks and industry.
• Provide after-hours support and participate in weekend deployments when needed.
• Present findings clearly to executives and stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Blockchain architecture

API design

Smart contract development

Cybersecurity risk assessment

English & Chinese fluency

Ausbildung

University degree in computer science or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Associate Fintech Director (Fintech Facilitation Office) – Tokenisation and CBDC Projects

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end tokenisation and CBDC system development projects, including strategy formulation, vendor management, system design, and implementation
• Act as a technical advisor to present and distil complex blockchain, CBDC, and tokenisation technical frameworks into clear and actionable advice for improving financial market infrastructure
• Conduct continuous research on the latest Web3, tokenisation, and CBDC advancements to assess their applicability and policy impact on financial infrastructures
• Mentor sub-ordinates to execute system implementation projects and post-implementation operations
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders from partner organisations, including central banks, financial institutions, research bodies, technology firms, and academic institution
• Provide occasional after‑hours support and participate in weekend system deployments as required

Requirements

• University degree in computer science, information systems, information technology, financial technology or related fields
• At least 3 years of relevant technical work experience in the Web3 industry, decentralised finance (DeFi), financial blockchain projects, or specialised technology service providers
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with a proven track record of explaining highly technical Web3 mechanics to non-technical stakeholders or executives
• Hands‑on experience with tokenisation frameworks and CBDC systems, with a solid understanding of conventional financial market infrastructure or legacy payment systems
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas an advantage:
• Blockchain architecture and smart contract development
• Application Programming Interface (API) design and system integration
• Automated testing and deployment
• Cybersecurity risk assessment and management
• An innovative, forward-looking mindset. Fluency in English and Chinese (Cantonese and Putonghua)

Conditions of service

• Appointment will be made on fixed contract terms
• A competitive remuneration package will be offered. There is flexibility to take account of additional experience and qualifications
• Fringe benefits include medical and dental benefits, paid annual leave and contract‑end gratuity

Closing Date for Application: 24 October 2026.

Please visit our website at www.hkma.gov.hk for more information about the position.